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A heartwarming moment unfolded aboard a LOT Polish Airlines
flight from Warsaw to Krakow when Captain Konrad Hanc proposed to his
flight attendant girlfriend, Paula.
The airline shared a
video of the romantic gesture on social media, capturing the emotional
exchange as Hanc declared his love and popped the question… read more
Dubai has commenced construction on what is touted to be the “world’s largest” airport terminal at Al Maktoum International Airport aka Dubai World Central (DWC). With a projected cost of around $35 billion, the new terminal aims to accommodate 260 million passengers annually, boasting five parallel runways and 400 aircraft … read more
Dubai’s aviation sector is rebounding after severe weather disruptions.
Dubai Airports CEO Paul Griffiths assures steady improvements in departure operations, urging passengers to check with airlines for flight updates. He emphasised that passenger safety is the top priority, saying: “Our teams continue to distribute food and water through… read more
The United Arab Emirates is facing heavy rain, thunderstorms, lightning, and hail, with the Met Office (NCM) issuing a red alert due to increased cloud cover across the country. Several flights to Dubai and Abu Dhabi are diverted.
The severe weather, expected until Wednesday morning, has prompted warnings for residents and vi… read more
There
could be air travel delays next week due to a total solar eclipse
visible across parts of North America on April 8th. This coincides with
spring break, one of the busiest travel times of the year.
The
Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) warns of potential delays for
travellers, especially… read more
The European Commission has issued a Statement of Objections regarding Lufthansa’s proposed acquisition of joint control of ITA Airways, expressing concerns about potential competition restrictions in the passenger air transport market in and out of Italy.
The investigation highlights worries about increased prices or decreas… read more
Etihad Airways will open two new routes in its
northern hemisphere summer 2024 schedule, connecting Abu Dhabi
International Airport (AUH) to the south of France and a Greek island.
From
June 15, 2024, the UAE carrier will launch service from its AUH base to
Nice Côte d'Azur Airport (NCE) in France,… read more
Norse Atlantic Airways, self-proclaimed as “The Explorer’s Airline“, proudly marked the first landing of its Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner (registered LN-FNC and named Everglades) at Troll Airfield (QAT) in Antarctica. The historic event unfolded at 02:01 local time on Wednesday, 15 November.
This momentous achievement was the result of a collab… read more
This new route aims to strengthen cultural and business ties between
the two regions, offering convenient connections to Asia and Australia
through Abu Dhabi. Notable attractions in Abu Dhabi, such as Abu Dhabi
World, the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, and the Louvre Abu Dhabi, are
highlighted for Danish travellers.
The first flight, E… read more
Global
Airlines aims to provide top-notch commercial flying services, and Hi
Fly’s expertise with the A380 will be instrumental in achieving this
goal. Both companies share a passion for the A380 and its potential.
While the immediate focus is on the first aircraft, the collaboration
may expand to encompass broader initia… read more
LOT pilot’s in-flight proposal to flight attendant goes viral
Dubai initiates construction of ‘World’s Largest’ airport
European Commission raises concerns over Lufthansa’s stake acquisition in ITA Airways
Etihad Airways adds new destinations in France and Greece
Global Airlines to contract Hi Fly to accelerate Airbus A380 Entry into Service programme
